2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | Fighter | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
